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FAA Issues Final Rule for Powered-Lift Aircraft: A Major Milestone for eVTOL and Advanced Air Mobility

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Industry Leaders React to New Pilot and Operational Standards as the U.S. Takes a Critical Step Toward Scaling eVTOL and AAM Innovations by DRONELIFE Staff Writer Ian J. McNab The Federal Aviation Administration’s recent issuance of the final draft of its Special Federal Aviation Regulation for powered lift aircraft regulations has drawn comment and positive […]

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China Develops Osprey-Like VTOL Drone with 2-Ton Capacity

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China has announced the development of a large tiltrotor drone capable of carrying up to 2 tons (4,400 pounds) of payload at a maximum speed of 340 miles (547 kilometers) per hour. Dubbed the Lanying R6000, the United Aircraft-manufactured drone rolled out of its production facility at the Wuhu United Aircraft Production Workshop in southeastern […]

Steadicopter Unveils Golden Eagle RUAS Carrying Spike Missiles

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– Steadicopter has announced the unveiling of the Golden Eagle HS (Heavy Strike) Rotary Unmanned Aerial System for heavy strike capabilities in collaboration with Rafael Advanced Defense Systems Ltd. This collaboration expands the Golden Eagle family capabilities, adding a new attack capability dimension, expanding the system’s operational versatility and reinforcing its proven performance. The Golden […]

Parkin and Skyports Partner to Shape the Future of Transport in Dubai

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Agreement supports new air taxi infrastructure and seamless mobility Parkin Company PJSC and Skyports Infrastructure have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to collaborate on developing air taxi infrastructure across Dubai. This partnership aims to integrate air taxis into the city’s transportation system, enhancing urban mobility and supporting Dubai’s green and autonomous transport goals. Air […]

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Rotor Unveils Airtruck and Sprayhawk: Drones with Helicopter DNA

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New Heavy-Lift UAVs Aim to Revolutionize Agricultural and Utility Operations with Extended Flight Times and Unmatched Payload Capacity by DRONELIFE Features Editor Jim Magil A New Hampshire-based company is combining the durability, extended flight time and heavy-lifting capabilities of helicopter technology with the maneuverability and autonomous operation of unmanned aircraft, to introduce the two largest […]

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Drone Safety with Parachute Systems: Pioneering Solutions for AAM Industry Growth

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Recent ParaZero Deal Signals New Manufacturing Potential for Safer Drone and Advanced Air Mobility Operation By DRONELIFE Features Editor Jim Magill A recent deal by Israel-based ParaZero Technologies could signal the potential for the company to establish new, large-scale manufacturing capability to produce aviation safety equipment for drones and safety for the growing Advanced Air […]

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Schiebel CAMCOPTER S-100 Receives First Ever EASA Design Verification Report

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The Schiebel CAMCOPTER S-100 received the first ever Design Verification Report (DVR) by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) for a Rotary Wing Unmanned Air System (RWUAS). The Design Verification Report (DVR) for the specific category of UAS operations was issued after a rigorous evaluation process, including 300 EASA observed flight hours proving airworthiness, […]

SkyDrive and Osaka Metro Collaborate on Future eVTOL Implementation Post-Expo 2025

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Agreement Focuses on Exploring Feasibility of eVTOL Use in Osaka Area SkyDrive Inc. and Osaka Metro Co., Ltd. have entered into an agreement to explore the practical use of eVTOL (electric Vertical Takeoff and Landing) technology in the Osaka area following the Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai, Japan. This collaboration aims to determine how eVTOLs could […]

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Sukhoi and UAC Presented a Heavy VTOL UAV

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New projects of the United Aircraft Corporation (UAC) in the field of unmanned and combat-training aviation were presented at the International Military-Technical Forum Army-2024 held at the Patriot Exhibition and Convention Centre. One of them is the automated unmanned transport system (AUTS) of off-airfield basing developed by the Sukhoi Design Bureau. For the first time […]

Archer Aviation Unveils Plans for Los Angeles Air Taxi Network

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Los Angeles air taxi network aims to reduce travel time with 10-20 minute electric flights across Southern California by 2026 Archer Aviation Inc. has announced plans to establish an air mobility network in Los Angeles, aiming to transform the way residents and visitors commute and travel in Southern California. The network is designed to significantly […]

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